Stopping Summer Sewer Smells Before They Start
It may be confusing when you’re greeted by a foul, swampy odor that smells like a city sewer has moved into your laundry room. This common summer headache happens because the heat and humidity speed up the breakdown of organic matter in your pipes. The rising temperatures can even change the way air flows through […]
Tips to Give Your Water Heater a Fresh Start This Season
Don’t overlook your water heater when putting together your springtime checklist. When you take the time to clean the tank and check the parts, you are making sure your morning routine stays comfortable, and your utility bills stay low. The following are some easy tips for giving your water heater some TLC this spring. Clean […]
Keeping Your Sewer Lines Clear When the Temperature Drops
Winter brings enough stress to homeowners and their families with icy roads and high heating bills. The last thing you want to deal with is a sewer backup in your home, as it can bring dangerous contaminants into your living environment and damage property. When the ground freezes, the soil around your pipes shifts and […]
How to Know When Your Water Heater Needs Help
The new year is a good time to check the health of your appliances, many of which did double duty during the holidays. One of those appliances must be your water heater, which had to help wash more dishes, more laundry and more people than usual. Here are signs that it needs attention. Colored Water […]
Give Your Sewer Line a Little Extra Care This Holiday Season
If you’re hosting a holiday dinner or having guests come for a visit this year, you want to make sure everything goes smoothly. This includes ensuring your sewer line functions efficiently, even with all the extra use. Get started now by following these maintenance tips. Before the Holiday Season The first thing you want to […]
Tips for Keeping Your Water Heater Safe in the Fall
Many water heaters are especially busy in the fall. The holiday season is ramping up, and this means more guests in the home. It also means more dishes and laundry to wash. All this activity requires the water tank to work harder to heat those extra gallons of water. Here are some tips to make […]
Ways to Know if You Have a Sewer Leak
Summer is a season for outdoor fun and tons of entertainment at your house, but a small issue in your sewer line can ruin that experience pretty fast. Even though sewer leaks are out of sight and out of mind, they can present serious problems, ranging from nuisances like foul smells wafting around your property […]
Make Water Heater Maintenance Part of Your Spring Cleaning Schedule
It’s that time of year again. The weather is warming up, and you’re ready to tackle your spring cleaning. While sprucing up your home this year, don’t forget about your water heater. This appliance works hard all year, so it can greatly benefit from our annual maintenance service. Address Problems Early Winter’s freezing temperatures put […]
Protect Your Home’s Sewer Line From Winter Damage
Winter weather can cause havoc on your home’s sewer system if you’re unprepared. Cold temperatures, ice, and other seasonal challenges put your plumbing at risk of cracks, clogs, and other costly problems. Knowing how to protect the sewer line for your home will save you from unnecessary stress and expense during winter. The Impact of […]
How to Tell if Your Water Heater Needs Service This New Year
Water heaters often work even harder during the winter. Household hot water demand goes up, and many homes have their water heaters in unheated spaces. The start of the new year is an excellent time to schedule maintenance. You also need to monitor for signs that your water heater needs professional attention now. Rising Energy […]